International Festivals are organized every several years. The most recent was held in 2009 in Capetown, South Africa. The next International Festival will be held in Vancouver, British Columbia in 2012. Members from around the world enjoy these adventures.

Regional Festivals are organized by individual Regions, but many members from other Regions take advantage of these opportunities. Recent Festivals organized by the Board of Governors of the Americas have included Santa Barbara, CA and Portland, OR. The BGA also sponsors Mini-Festivals, including cruises and events in special location.

Branches organize local events according to their membership preferences. Most often, members from other Branches are welcome to attend when visiting. Several Branches have developed inter-branch events and strong friendships, even on international levels.

February Events

Houston » All Houston Events

Theme:	Italian feast
Venue:	Grappino di Nino
Location:	2817 W. Dallas
Date:	Feb 07, 2012
Time:	6:30 pm reception/7:15 pm dinner

January 6, 2012 Dear Fellow IWFS Member, Our next dinner will be Tuesday, February 7, 2012, at Houston’s own Grappino di Nino. Located on the same property as Nino’s and Vincent&rsquo... more info...

Cayman Islands » All Cayman Islands Events

Theme:	Annual Bordeaux Dinner
Venue:	The Brasserie
Location:	Cricket Square
Date:	Feb 07, 2012
Time:	7pm

The “Annual Bordeaux Dinner” to be held at The Brasserie on 7 February 2012 will feature two dry white wines, three mature reds, and a sweet white wine, all from the Bordeaux region.... more info...

East Bay » All East Bay Events

Theme:	Winemaker's Valentine's Dinner
Venue:	Tenyta Vineyards
Location:	Livermore, CA
Date:	Feb 11, 2012
Time:	6-9 pm

Reception:1st Course: Appetizers 1) Bruschetta, homemade garlic crostini topped with our special blend of roma tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, capers and organic basil & balsamic vinegar. 2... more info...

Greater Omaha » All Greater Omaha Events

Theme:	Le Petit Dejeuner
Venue:	The French Cafe
Location:	1017 Howard Street
Date:	Feb 12, 2012
Time:	Quaffing at noon, brunch at 12:45

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Jacksonville » All Jacksonville Events

Theme:	The Wines of Revana Vineyards
Venue:	Matthew's Restaurant
Location:	Jacksonville, FL
Date:	Feb 18, 2012
Time:	7:00 P.M.

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Naples » All Naples Events

Theme:	Russian Gala (Black Tie)
Venue:	Royal Poinciana Country Club
Location:	Naples FL
Date:	Feb 18, 2012

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Anchorage » All Anchorage Events

Theme:	International Wine & Food Society’s February Dinner
Venue:	Maxine's Fireweed Bistro
Location:	302 West Fireweed Lane
Date:	Feb 19, 2012
Time:	5:00 PM

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Kitchener-Waterloo » All Kitchener-Waterloo Events

Theme:	An Evening of Indian Delights
Venue:	Empress of India
Location:	Waterloo, Ontario
Date:	Feb 20, 2012

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Toronto » All Toronto Events

Theme:	IWFS Australian + Albany Club
Venue:	Albany Club
Location:	91 King E, Toronto, ON M5C 1G3, Canada
Date:	Feb 21, 2012
Time:	6:30PM

David Dunn is from Australia, they will be flying the wines from Australia, another world class IWFS event! David Dunn is an old time viticulturalist located in Rutherglen. His vineyard is a... more info...

Santa Fe » All Santa Fe Events

Theme:	Adventures in Culinary Excellence 2012
Venue:	Susan's Fine Wines & Spirits & Wine Bar
Location:	1005 St. Francis Drive
Date:	Feb 23, 2012
Time:	6:30 pm

I.W.F.S. Social Thursday, February 23, 2012 6:30 Arriving Catch some “C’s” Caviar Crème Fraiche Crisps Complemented with Cava At the New Win... more info...

Cleveland » All Cleveland Events

Theme:	Open That Bottle Night
Venue:	The Club at Key Center
Location:	The Marriott Hotel: 6th Floor, 127 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44114
Date:	Feb 24, 2012
Time:	6:30PM

It is amazing how fast new traditions become old traditions when you're drinking wine, isn't it? It seems like just yesterday that Cleveland started celebrating "Open That Bottle Night," as urged b... more info...

Anchorage » All Anchorage Events

Theme:	The Seattle Wine and Food Experience
Location:	Seattle Center Exhibition Hall
Date:	Feb 26, 2012
Time:	12pm – 5pm

The Seattle Wine and Food Experience is a premier showcase for wine and food in the Northwest. Come and experience this world tour of wine, beer and all things culinary. Download the... more info...

Cayman Islands » All Cayman Islands Events

Theme:	Leflaive & Lafite at Blue (part II)
Venue:	Blue by Eric Ripert
Location:	Ritz Carlton
Date:	Feb 29, 2012
Time:	7pm

This is the second date of two identical events featuring our Chateau Lafite Rothschild and our Domaine Leflaive Puligny-Montrachet Premier Cru’s. Blue have modified some of their tasti... more info...